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So that's Will Merry who was on loan at Eastleigh the end of last season?????

I'm still hopeful (I know unrealistic) about KWP staying. I think we should offer a contract that makes him our top earner. Even with Sugawara joining I wonder if we could play KWP further up the pitch (as a midfielder or even winger) with them both playing at the same time. KWP has the ability and could work well IMO.

I wonder if Larios or Meghoma can play RB? This is what Ralph said when we signed Larios: "Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhüttl praised Larios for his positional versatility, able to cover either flank, upon his announcement as a Southampton player."

What's the situation with Janny B? Last year of contract? I think he has improved significantly recently and our system suits him much better but perhaps we're looking to cash in if he's reluctant to extend. I don't think we paid much for him so would also help FFP.

Maybe I'm reading too much into it but the RM quote on Alex extending his contract talks about being part of a goalkeeping union rather than necessarily being first choice. Having Alex as an option allows us to take our time (and less financial pressure) when finding a new number one, perhaps waiting for a bargain towards the end of the window. If it hadn't been for the Baz injury the club would have been prepared to let him go and even though Alex did well I hope/expect they're still looking for another keeper to strengthen "the union". Here's the RM quote on Alex: "He’s an integral part of the goalkeeping union Dean has here and knows the values associated with this football club. “I’m delighted he’s decided to sign, as he brings significant Premier League experience alongside his ability as a goalkeeper, and that will be important next season.”

This...100%...He was part of the Sean Dyche Burnley, which really knew how to defend. A left back that can defend!?!?...that would be nice for a change. Plus he can deliver a cross, which would make us a bit less one dimensional if we can get Ross Stewart firing (understand RM might not be happy about crossing...and the Loch Ness Drogba needs to be fit...but I'm hoping for both...)

Danny Ings is the better player if fit. Che's best attribute is falling over. I'd take a chance on Ings over Adams.

Take any big club name and add the words B Team

When they take a urine sample is Russ outside shouting Wee Man?

Walcott didn't work because he relied on pace. Lallana is perhaps the most technically gifted Saints player I've seen since Letiss and fits well with our style of play (recieving and moving the ball forward in tight areas). Coming on with 10 minutes to play and leading by a goal when we are struggling to hold the ball would be useful... but more importantly teaching technical skills... there's not many coaches out there who have demonstrated better at the highest level. I'd take him on a free (player/COACH)

I put a lump on Leeds to get something when we were 3-0 up (at massive odds) just because I was also there in 2005 when they put 4 past us in the second half (and that felt even worse than the other second half Saints drubbings I've witnessed)....On Saturday I was very happy to lose the emotional hedge...BTW don't bet kids

Agree with this. I think the solution for too many centre backs is to have Bednarek, Stephens, THB and ABK competing for two spots (please not three) with KWP and Holgate the options for right back. The player to offload is James Bree.

I don't know much about Luton and the possible new manager but I will give him a chance before deciding. Not sure if it's been mentioned already but Nathan Jones was 2022 EFL Championship Manager of the Season. I'm not sure who decided he was the best manager in the Championship last year but that must count for something. https://www.efl.com/-more/efl-awards/2022-winners/